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Researchers conducted a study on the effects of music on memory retention in students. During the experiment, two groups of students studied the same material; one group studied in silence while the other listened to classical music. Afterward, both groups took the same test. The results indicated that the group that listened to music scored slightly better on average. The researchers hypothesize that the music might have helped in reducing stress or improving mood, thereby enhancing memory retention. Which choice best states the main idea of the text? Music significantly enhances memory retention compared to studying in silence. Listening to classical music while studying might improve memory retention by affecting mood and stress levels. The type of music listened to while studying affects students' test performance. Students generally perform better in tests when they study in a group rather than individually.